SPEAK OF THE DEVILS: A New Mindset, Hellebuyck’s Impact and Hometown Remix

Sam Kasan welcomes Devils team reporter Amanda Stein to discuss the changing expectations inside the locker room. From the response to a difficult loss in Colorado to the disappointment after letting a lead slip against St. Louis, Amanda explains what those reactions tell her about the group’s mentality. Hear from Sheldon Keefe and Evan Rodrigues on the commitment to defense behind the team’s play.

Sam and Amanda examine Connor Hellebuyck’s influence on the team’s confidence, his partnership with Jake Allen and why the Devils’ improvement began before his arrival. They also discuss Rodrigues’ growing leadership role, Luke Evangelista’s adjustment and the importance of players understanding and accepting their responsibilities.

The conversation turns to Connor Brown, Cody Glass and the benefits of rolling four lines, along with Arseny Gritsyuk’s development alongside Jack Hughes and Jesper Bratt. Plus, Brenden Dillon’s approach to the defensive rotation, the secrecy surrounding the Hometown Remix jersey launch and Amanda’s perspective on telling the Devils’ story.

This episode was recorded before the Devils’ road trip to Long Island, Toronto and Winnipeg.

EPISODE TOPICS
00:00 A different standard for the Devils
01:17 Amanda Stein joins Sam Kasan
03:02 Defensive commitment and a changing mindset
05:06 Evan Rodrigues on defense creating offense
06:13 What feels different inside the locker room
10:16 Lessons from the St. Louis win
14:47 Hellebuyck’s impact on the team’s belief
20:05 The Hellebuyck and Jake Allen tandem
22:27 New faces and Rodrigues’ leadership role
25:42 Connor Brown, accepting roles and team success
28:36 Rolling four lines and Cody Glass’ value
31:20 Gritsyuk’s fit with Jack Hughes and Jesper Bratt
34:17 Brenden Dillon and the defensive rotation
35:55 Hometown Remix jerseys and launch secrecy
38:22 Consistency and Amanda’s time covering the Devils

With Sam Kasan and Amanda Stein.

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